Portfolio Samples
STUDY SKILLS / QUIZ GUIDE
ANSWER SHEET
1. Name 5 tools to have handy while studying pen/pencil, paper, highlighter, dictionary, ruler (etc.)
2. List 5 distractions one should avoid while studying windows, TV, video games, siblings/other people, music, food, pets, phone, computer, text, (etc.)
3. What is the difference between hearing and listening? Hearing only acknowledges noise; listening acknowledges and processes information presented by what one hears
4. Name 3 things one can do to be an ACTIVE listener in class participate in class discussions take notes ask questions
5. Name 3 key phrases or mannerisms teachers will give to inform the student that information is important to know and will probably be on a test/quiz. “This is important.” “This will be on the test.” “Write this down.” “Make sure you know this.” “Study this.” (etc.)
Mannerisms: Teacher will repeat information. Teacher will have an inflection in voice (hint, hint).
6. Name 6 ways to make notes less wordy (shorthand methods) using symbols, abbreviations, simple drawings, outlines, maps, and summaries
7. Besides the text, what other information should you pay attention to in order to help you to grasp ideas and concepts? pictures/illustrations, maps, charts, tables, graphs, diagrams, summaries, captions (etc.)
8. Name 5 things to look for in a good study space good lighting, a clear flat surface (desk), no windows, no distractions nearby (tv, phone, etc.), fresh air, quiet, (etc.)
9. Name an acronym to help you memorize facts, and what does it stand for? HOMES (The 5 Great Lakes: Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie, Superior)
Multiple Choice:
1. If you’re having trouble with a question on a test/quiz, A. Use the eenie meenie minee moe method to choose the answer B. Leave it blank C. Skip the question and return to it later
2. Before beginning the test
ANSWER SHEET
1. Name 5 tools to have handy while studying pen/pencil, paper, highlighter, dictionary, ruler (etc.)
2. List 5 distractions one should avoid while studying windows, TV, video games, siblings/other people, music, food, pets, phone, computer, text, (etc.)
3. What is the difference between hearing and listening? Hearing only acknowledges noise; listening acknowledges and processes information presented by what one hears
4. Name 3 things one can do to be an ACTIVE listener in class participate in class discussions take notes ask questions
5. Name 3 key phrases or mannerisms teachers will give to inform the student that information is important to know and will probably be on a test/quiz. “This is important.” “This will be on the test.” “Write this down.” “Make sure you know this.” “Study this.” (etc.)
Mannerisms: Teacher will repeat information. Teacher will have an inflection in voice (hint, hint).
6. Name 6 ways to make notes less wordy (shorthand methods) using symbols, abbreviations, simple drawings, outlines, maps, and summaries
7. Besides the text, what other information should you pay attention to in order to help you to grasp ideas and concepts? pictures/illustrations, maps, charts, tables, graphs, diagrams, summaries, captions (etc.)
8. Name 5 things to look for in a good study space good lighting, a clear flat surface (desk), no windows, no distractions nearby (tv, phone, etc.), fresh air, quiet, (etc.)
9. Name an acronym to help you memorize facts, and what does it stand for? HOMES (The 5 Great Lakes: Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie, Superior)
Multiple Choice:
1. If you’re having trouble with a question on a test/quiz, A. Use the eenie meenie minee moe method to choose the answer B. Leave it blank C. Skip the question and return to it later
2. Before beginning the test